Rio Ngumoha sends three-word Liverpool message after impressing vs Tottenham
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesRio NgumohaRio Ngumoha made his Premier League debut for Liverpool in the 1-1 draw with Tottenham at Anfield, with the 17-year-old taking to social media after the match to vow the Reds will bounce backRio Ngumoha in action for Liverpool against Tottenham Hotspur(Image: (Michael Regan/Getty Images))Rio Ngumoha has expressed his pride at making his Premier League debut for Liverpool, despite his disappointment that his team couldn't maintain their lead against Tottenham Hotspur. Ngumoha was substituted just after the hour mark, with Hugo Ekitike replacing him, and a minute from time Richarlison scored to earn Spurs a crucial point in their fight against relegation.Following the match, the England youth international took to social media to assure fans that his team will "go again" in their pursuit of securing Champions League football next season.READ MORE: Arne Slot explains himself as Hugo Ekitike decision backfires against TottenhamREAD MORE: Arne Slot makes Liverpool admission as dreadful Tottenham performance addressedHe posted: "Disappointed with the result today but happy to make my first Premier League start.
We go again."Explaining his decision to give Ngumoha his first Premier League start, Reds manager Slot told BBC Radio 5 Live after the match: "I have 12-13 players that are capable of delivering good performances."Rio is performing so well it makes sense to play him. It's a balance of fielding those who are fit and utilising the quality these players can bring."Ngumoha's penalty appeals were dismissed by referee Chris Kavanagh in the first half, a decision that former Reds defender Jamie Carragher agrees with.He stated: "I don't think it's a penalty.
He's almost on the way down. It's definitely not a penalty."Rio Ngumoha made his first start in the Premier League for Liverpool against Tottenham(Image: (Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images))Following the full-time whistle, Liverpool were met with boos from the crowd.